May weather forecast
Bridgeport, WV

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Weather in May

May ushers in the beautiful, warm weather of late spring in Bridgeport. Consistent warmth defines the month, with extended daylight hours and an increase in daily sunshine. The region experiences an average high of 72°F (22.2°C) and low of 51.4°F (10.8°C). May's weather is beloved for its contribution to the greening of the landscape, as it pushes the unsettling chill of winter further into the distant past. It's a pleasant time in the city, marked by clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and lush vegetation.

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). In the month of May, Bridgeport witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bridgeport are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bridgeport aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Bridgeport, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bridgeport, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 72°F (22.2°C) and the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bridgeport, in May, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bridgeport aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Bridgeport, the average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bridgeport have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Bridgeport?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average temperature in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average pressure in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average wind speed in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average humidity in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average UV index in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Bridgeport, WV

Average visibility in May - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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